CNC Machinist III

CNC Machinist IIILocation: Hartland, WIPay Range: $70,000 - $80,000/year (Direct Hire) (Compensation can be higher depending on experience)Position Summary: Seeking a CNC Machinist III for a direct hire opportunity in a precision manufacturing environment. This hands-on role is responsible for complete machine setups, program prove-outs, first-article inspections, and production support on Haas and DMG CNC mills and lathes. The ideal candidate will have strong setup experience, Mastercam familiarity, and the ability to maintain quality, efficiency, and process stability in a tight-tolerance machining environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform complete setups on Haas and DMG CNC mills and lathes, including tooling, fixturing, and offset adjustments.Load, prove out, and run Mastercam-generated CNC programs while supporting daily production requirements.Conduct first-article and in-process inspections to ensure parts meet quality and tolerance requirements.Troubleshoot tooling, fixture, and machine-related issues to maintain production efficiency.Collaborate with programmers and engineers to improve cycle times, setup efficiency, and process repeatability.Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, scrap reduction, and operational performance.Qualifications3+ years of CNC setup experience on mills and/or lathes.Hands-on experience with Haas and/or DMG Mori CNC machines.Working knowledge of Mastercam and CNC program execution.Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.Experience working in a precision machining environment with tight tolerances.Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and quality inspection abilities.Preferred QualificationsExperience with 4-axis or 5-axis machining.Ability to perform basic CNC program edits using G-Code.Experience with vertical machining centers and horizontal lathes.Experience using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.Background in aerospace, medical device, automotive, or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing environments.Experience with process documentation, setup optimization, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.Application Disclaimer: You don't need to meet 100% of the job requirements to apply. If you hit around 60–70% and you're confident you can learn the rest, let's talk. If this isn't the right opportunity for you, please still apply, as I work with many engineering firms where your background may be a great fit.Contact Information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or send your resume to to discuss this opportunity in greater detail, or you can call me at .If this isn't the right opportunity for you, please still apply, as I work with many engineering firms where your background may be a great fit.